Hydraulics Engineer
About this role
Stockholm – Full-time
Wind helped us discover our planet — now it can help us preserve it.
On behalf of AlfaWall Oceanbird, we are now looking for a Hydraulics Engineer to join their fast-growing and highly innovative team in Stockholm.
Oceanbird is driving a revolution within sustainable shipping by developing wing sail technology for the global maritime market. The company is a 50/50 joint venture between Alfa Laval and Wallenius, backed by strong industrial expertise but operating as an independent, forward-leaning organization.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a company at the forefront of transforming global shipping.
About the role
The hydraulic system is at the very core of Oceanbird’s wing sail technology — essentially acting as its heart and muscles. It consists of a large main hydraulic power unit, a backup system, cylinders and motors enabling the wing’s main actuation functions.
The project is currently in an exciting phase, with the first full-scale system being tested at their test site in Landskrona.
Your responsibilities
In this role, you will:
Design hydraulic systems and create hydraulic schematic diagrams
Select key components such as valves, pumps, filters and piping
Perform hands-on testing, including measurements and analysis of results
Ensure system safety and conduct risk assessments
Participate in testing and commissioning onboard vessels
Define requirements, concepts and solutions for future generations of the system
Act as the technical interface towards suppliers
Support regulatory processes and documentation
Who we are looking for
To succeed in this role, you likely have:
A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in hydraulics, mechanical or mechatronics engineering
Experience or education within hydraulic system design
A self-driven and proactive mindset
Strong collaboration skills and a team-oriented approach
Meriting experience
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